Filming starts May 2012. Story, Screenplay, Direction, Production and Music by Wilbur Sargunaraj.
MADE BY THE FANS AND FOR THE FANS!
Get ready for a unique and innovative film that takes all the music, comedy and philosophy that has made Wilbur a recognized name online and brings it to you in a super creative, 1st class story!
This film has it all, from Wilbur’s signature “how to” videos, (like how to use the Eastern Latrine) to his musical hits like “love marriage” and “Chicken 65”. You will see Wilbur as you’ve never seen him before, as a super hero taking on bullies in the street with JCVD moves, or as a romantic who counsels a couple on their approaching arranged marriage, Wilbur is always getting himself into unique situations through his curiosity and honesty.
With beautiful scenes of Tamil Nadu, this part autobiography, part road trip film will have you laughing, singing and cheering for the simple man from South India.
THE CAST (ALL SELECTED FROM THE FAN BASE!)
Jen Neecia/ Naveen Richard/ "Chain" Jeyapaul/ Zaid Khan/ Vaishnavi Prasad/ Bruxy Cavey/ Steven Pam/ Colonel Prasad/ Amrutha Varshini/ Mahalaxmi Priya/ Waseem F Ahmed/ Suha Deeb/ Cara Eastcott/ Gnanam Acca/ Pushpoam Aunty/ Mr Perumal/ Arjun Pai/ Zoheb Shah
GENEROUS FUNDERS(Co-Producers)
Robert D Stephens, Mrs E. Benjamin, William P Jeyasingh
MEET THE CREW
DOP: BEN STAMPER/ STORY ASSISTANT: DJ DELI
GUEST MUSICIANS
CHRISTOPHER DICRAN HALE/ SUTHAN/ RELIC/CHARLES BOSCO/ KDKMN
A SAMPLE OF A FEW SONGS FROM THE 1st CLASS SOUNDTRACK!
Wilbur Sargunaraj initially took the internet by storm with his two videos “Love Marriage” and “How to use an Eastern Latrine”, earning him the auspicious title “India’s First YouTube star” by the Times of India. Since then Wilbur has produced over one hundred videos that have been viewed over 5 million times. In addition he has just released his sophomore album “Simple Superstar”, which has also been met with great fanfare. He has also taken his music and message on the road to perform in dozens of countries.
Wilbur has a love of diverse cultures, thriving on connecting and relating with people from all over the world. This affinity has given him a voice to challenge cultural taboos and prejudices in a humorous and supportive way.
Wilbur is now bringing his talents to the big screen. The feature film “Simple Superstar” tells a semi autobiographical story of Wilbur’s journey to internet fame.
DONATE TO THE MOVIE
This movie is produced by Wilbur and his fans. We are relying on your generosity to make this movie happen! Your donation will directly go to the funding of Simple Superstar in both the filming and post production phases. Deepest Thanks! We cannot make this movie happen without you!
